Mental Health
What are 2 common mental health issues?
Depression, Anxiety
Name two symptoms of schizophrenia.
Auditory hallucinations, paranoia, delusional thinking
Define plea
Answer to a charge
Name a long-term consequence of addiction.
Impairments (mental illness), loss of job, loss of important relationships, etc.
What is substance abuse?
An unhealthy coping method involving intake of substances
How is mental health related to competency?
Managing mental health symptoms is necessary to rationally and reasonably work with your attorney.
What are symptoms of depression?
Loss of interest in activities, low moods, changes in apetite, etc
What two rights does a defendant give up if they take a plea bargain?
Right to a trial and right to appeal
What are two reasons why people don't seek treatment?
Shame, denial, social stigma, embarrassment, etc.
Define insight.
The ability to recognize the symptoms of your mental illness and how it affects your thoughts, speech, and behavior
What are 2 healthy coping behaviors or skills?
Talking to a counselor, exercising, doing enjoyable activities, journaling, self-reflection, taking a time out, reading, reality testing, etc
What are warning signs of psychosis?
Increased agitation, irritability, paranoia, erratic behavior, etc.
Name three courtroom personnel who are neutral
Judge, Bailiff, Stenographer, Court Clerk
How does drug use affect your thinking and behaviors?
Negatively. I.e., impulsive, do things you don't normally do or will regret, behaviors that will cause more problems in your life
How can you maintain your mental health and stability outside JBCT?
Practice healthy coping skills, take your medications, participate in recovery, etc.
What is mental health?
Our emotional, psychological, and social well-being
What are 3 resources someone can use to cope with depression?
Talking to a counselor, journaling, medications, exercise, deep breathing
Name and describe the jobs of the four courtroom personnel involved in a plea bargain
Prosecutor - Offers the deal
Public Defender - Negotiates the best deal possible
Defendant - Decides whether or not to accept the deal
Judge - Approves or denies the deal
Name three skills or behaviors associated with recovery.
Going to meetings, developing alternative coping strategies for dealing with uncomfortable feelings, seeking and accepting help and support, etc.
Why were you found IST and what do you need to demonstrate to graduate and return to court?
Didn't understand the court process and/or wasn't able to rationally and reasonably assist your attorney with your defense
What are some effects of stress on your body?
Increased blood pressure, changes in appetite, increased risk for relapse or decompensation (increase in mental health symptoms), higher chance of a heart attack
What are general signs of a mental illness?
Sudden change in behavior, social withdrawal, erratic behavior, etc
Describe the pros and cons of going to trial vs taking a plea bargain
Pro of trial - possibility of being found not guilty and going free
Con of trial - possibility of getting the max sentence if found guilty
Pro of plea bargain - lesser sentence, lesser charge
Con of plea bargain - conviction on record
What is recovery?
Consistently engaging in safer behaviors that lead to an improved quality of life. It's a non-linear process. Having self-compassion, recognizing warning signs, having a safety plan, etc.
Name some neurotransmitters associated with mental health.
Dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine